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HS03 ONK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,400 mi
Last recorded135,400 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 ONK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2021 135,400 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump/pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2020 121,711 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 115,016 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 33,869 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 33,617 miles

All tyre walls starting to perish.

Both front tyre treads low on edges.

Fail 8 Jun 2012 33,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

All tyre walls starting to perish.

Both front tyre treads low on edges.

Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,159 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 26,625 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 23,141 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 23,141 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,071 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 20,071 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2007 15,865 miles

Both front tyres have splits to inner sidewalls almost to cords

Pass 15 Jun 2006 11,729 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 11,714 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

large undertrays fitted - unable to fully test all items

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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HS03 ONK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS03 ONK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HS03 ONK registered?

HS03 ONK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is HS03 ONK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 ONK shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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